Defaults to 0 deg. temp

I have a Kenmore upright freezer that is now approx 1 1/2 yrs old. For some reason when the power goes off for any length of time the freezer sets to a 0 degree default temp. ( which means not cold 7 being the coldest). This has happened several times and I just thought well ok its a fluke until about the 4th time I lost about $400. worth of food. I am told that there is no recall on this . I am wondering if anyone else has had this issue? Kenmore 13.7 cubic ft. 388 liter freezer.

I don't know if I have the same freezer (my model # is 253.21041105), but when I get either electrical storms or power bumps my freezer will completely shut down and will not power back up unless I physically disconnect it from the power source. I even put it on a power strip with a CB on it, and I had to shut the power strip off, turn it back on and then hit the power button on the freezer. Without the power strip I have had to unplug the freezer from the outlet to get it to power back up. Last night I put a surge protector on the outlet and plugged the strip into that, we are expecting storms today so I see how it goes. My question is....is there some kind of shunt trip circuit in the freezer where any power surge or bump might cause it to lock out the freezer power supply?I don't know if I have the same freezer (my model # is 253.21041105), but when I get either electrical storms or power bumps my freezer will completely shut down and will not power back up unless I physically disconnect it from the power source. I even put it on a power strip with a CB on it, and I had to shut the power strip off, turn it back on and then hit the power button on the freezer. Without the power strip I have had to unplug the freezer from the outlet to get it to power back up. Last night I put a surge protector on the outlet and plugged the strip into that, we are expecting storms today so I see how it goes. My question is....is there some kind of shunt trip circuit in the freezer where any power surge or bump might cause it to lock out the freezer power supply?

It sounds like the unit is low on freon or the compressor is going bad. You have several other components that could be affecting this as well. Make sure the coils are free from dust and clean underneath. This is a bit premature for you to have problems now, especially since it is a Sears product.

Hi, The walls are getting hot because that is where the condesor coils are. The condensor coils are where the heat is disperst that is trap as the coolant pumps through the evaporator coils inside. The fact that it is holding 0 degrees is a good sign. Is this freezer in a garage?
Check the door seals to make sure no heat is getting into the freezer other then when the door is opened.
I hope this helps you. Please let me know if I can assist you further.

The lower hinge on each door
may have a door closing cam. It raises the door up ¼ inch when opening and this
assist in closing the door. If it’s wore out and doesn’t work the door may not
seal and the gasket can be damaged. Watch the operation of the door to see if
it rises up when opened.
Leave the door shut and let the magnetic gasket hold the
door in place. Put something between the bottom of the doorand the floor to hold it in case it slips.
Remove the bracket holding the pin and hinge assembly taking
note of order of removal of parts. Slide new cams on. You probably need two.

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My freezer was purchased in February, 2004. It is a self defrosting freezer but ice has started forming along the bottom shelf and back wall. Also, after cleaning the freezer the other day it has stopped clycing. The freezer will stop running only if I turn it down to the #1 setting and then it will not come back on. If I turn it up to a higher setting the compressor will not stop running. It ran for over 24 hours and would not cycle unless I turned it off or set it at the #1 setting. When I unplugged it and pulled it away from the wall, there was a green water spot the size of a dinner plate underneath the freezer. Help!! Very Unhappy this freezer is only 6 years old. S in Phila.

The alarm is there for a reason. I wouldn't disconnect it. Maybe the compressor is low on gas. If your thermostat is on extremely low, try moving it up to a less cold position. Look in your owner's manual for recommended settings.

It sounds like the unit is low on freon or the compressor is going bad. You have several other components that could be affecting this as well. Make sure the coils are free from dust and clean underneath. This is a bit premature for you to have problems now, especially since it is a Sears product.

FIRST TURN THE TEMP CONTRAL ALL THE WAY OFF.LISTEN FOR A CLICK AND TURN TO HALF WAY SETTING IF IT CLICK IT'S ALLRIGHT, NEVER TO COLDEST,NEXT PLUG A RADIO IN THE PLUG TO MAKE SURE YOU HAVE POWER,DOES YOUR FREEZER HAVE A LIGHT ON FRONT TO TELL IF POWER IS ON?ALSO CHECK BREAKER BOX,THANKS-MIKE

you have a refrigeration issue partner let her go 16 yrs. is good service you can replace it for 3 to 5 hundred the repair will be that IF you can find someone with the r-12. don't go for a top it off and go deal the food you lose is to expensive for that to be economical.